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$278+ Cheap flights from California to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$408
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$278
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,173

Good round-trip deal

$627 or less

Good one-way deal

$539 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:40 pmSJC - MAD
2 stops28h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/121:20 pmMAD - SJC
3 stops40h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$408
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/106:24 pmSJC - MAD
2 stops27h 16mAir Canada
Tue 8/2612:45 pmMAD - SJC
2 stops41h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 6/15$460
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1611:20 pmLAS - MAD
1 stop24h 00mAir Canada
Wed 9/2412:45 pmMAD - LAS
1 stop30h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 6/14$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/126:00 amLAS - MAD
2 stops15h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/3012:45 pmMAD - LAS
2 stops20h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$488
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/187:05 amONT - MAD
1 stop17h 30mKLM
Thu 9/1810:05 amMAD - ONT
1 stop18h 37mKLM
Deal found 6/16$497
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:31 amSMF - MAD
2 stops20h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/3012:30 pmMAD - SMF
2 stops54h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$497
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/255:10 amONT - MAD
2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/512:45 pmMAD - ONT
2 stops42h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$500
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/25:10 amONT - MAD
2 stops16h 30mAir Canada
Thu 9/1112:30 pmMAD - ONT
2 stops33h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 6/15$506
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1112:33 amLAS - MAD
1 stop24h 02mDelta
Tue 9/306:00 amMAD - LAS
2 stops19h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/16$512
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/15:57 amSJC - MAD
1 stop18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/121:00 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$512
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/21:20 pmSNA - MAD
2 stops34h 00mAir Canada
Tue 9/912:45 pmMAD - SNA
2 stops32h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 6/15$515
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/510:05 pmONT - MAD
1 stop26h 30mDelta
Thu 8/2110:05 amMAD - ONT
1 stop18h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/16$515

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Madrid that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 12/1

6:40 pm-8:05 am

2 stops28h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/12

1:20 pm-9:14 pm

3 stops40h 54m

$408

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Sun 8/10

6:24 pm-6:40 am

2 stops27h 16m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 8/26

12:45 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops41h 33m

$460

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/16

11:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop24h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 9/24

12:45 pm-10:37 am

1 stop30h 52m

$480

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-6:40 am

2 stops15h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/30

12:45 pm-12:15 am

2 stops20h 30m

$488

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Mon 8/18

7:05 am-9:35 am

1 stop17h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 9/18

10:05 am-7:42 pm

1 stop18h 37m

$497

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Mon 8/25

5:10 am-6:40 am

2 stops16h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/5

12:45 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops42h 45m

$500

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Tue 9/2

5:10 am-6:40 am

2 stops16h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 9/11

12:30 pm-12:32 pm

2 stops33h 02m

$506

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/11

12:33 am-9:35 am

1 stop24h 02m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-4:54 pm

2 stops19h 54m

$512

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 12/1

5:57 am-9:25 am

1 stop18h 28m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/12

1:00 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop16h 48m

$512

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Tue 8/5

10:05 pm-9:35 am

1 stop26h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/21

10:05 am-7:11 pm

1 stop18h 06m

$515

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madrid

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Madrid?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,057). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Madrid as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Madrid

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Madrid. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 16, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MAD are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated June 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Austrian Airlines from California to Madrid have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,361 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
804 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,291 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,628 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from California?

    For a flight from California to Madrid, you will be flying into Barajas. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is just 8.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Madrid flight route?

    This flight path from California to Madrid Barajas was viewed by 57 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Madrid one-way?

    $350 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vueling. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and Aer Lingus, with prices starting from $366 and $376, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Madrid?

    The most popular route from California to Madrid is Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas. You may also consider San Francisco - Madrid Barajas or San Diego - Madrid Barajas.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Madrid?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Madrid are American Airlines (81%), Qatar Airways (81%) and Alaska Airlines (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from California to Madrid is generally $2,224, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $419. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $374 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,057). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LEVELCheapest$364Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$375Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$408Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Aer LingusCheapest$430Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$437Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$467Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$474Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FinnairCheapest$479Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$480Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$482Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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